It is impossible to discourage the real writers - they don't give a damn what you say, they're going to write. ~Sinclair Lewis
I try to remember this quote when I pass on a submission. It's like a prayer.

The first Tuesday of each month, The Write Room Literary magazine hosts an open mic evening of poetry, prose, and music called The Play Pen. Beginning this month, The Play Pen will feature readings by the graduating students of Kennesaw State University's Master in the Art of Professional Writing program. Come out and support our local writing community. 7:30 pm Johnnie MacCracken's Pub Tues Oct 5, 2010
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The Write Room's September issue is online now! http://ping.fm/Cyn04

I just finished uploading the new issue. I hope you will all take a look. I am not suggesting I have favorites but the poetry of John Lee Clark, who was born blind deaf, offers an insightful, humorous peek into his world. Robert Wexelblatt's Last Poems is a hybrid piece of fiction with poetry embed. The Write Room September 2010 Issue
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